--Reynolds’
storytelling shines, especially in the novel’s first half, where
he makes plain his love of dragsters, rock music, and 50’s youth
culture.” Publisher’s Weekly

--Reynolds
makes this a plausible ghost story, carefully demonstrating the haplessness
of local law enforcement and spineless parents, and also illustrating
the alluring power of legend, of why young people reflexively risk their
lives to carve their names into history. Where bouts of honor were once
decided with swords and horses, they are now decided with hotrods.
This is a cautionary tale to both yo9ung and old about understanding the
motives for doing so.